Becca

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Becca Pronunciation

Becca is pronounced BEK-ə /ˈbɛk.ə/High

Meaning: Short form of Rebecca — from Hebrew Rivka, traditionally 'to bind, to tie, to join'Medium

In 30 seconds: Rebecca, at her sunniest: Becca pets the matriarch whose name means 'to bind, to join'. A breezy double-c nickname that has stepped out on its own.

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Origin HighHebrew

MeaningShort form of Rebecca — from Hebrew Rivka, traditionally 'to bind, to tie, to join'

U.S. rank (2024)#3643 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births42 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1993

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,311

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Becca is a short form of Rebecca — Hebrew Rivka, traditionally read 'to bind, to tie, to join' (perhaps a snare's beauty that captivates) — the Genesis matriarch, wife of Isaac. The double-c nickname rose as a standalone in the late twentieth century.

It registers thinly as a given name, riding Rebecca's long popularity. Rare standalone, common nickname, binding at the root.

Did you know? Rebecca's name — 'to bind' — proved prophetic: she's the Genesis matriarch who tied the family's future together by securing the blessing for her son Jacob.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Rebecca — root etymology

Variations

BekaBekahRebecca

Nicknames

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Rebecca— the full matriarch name behind it

Bella— a fellow short vowel-ending name

Bree— the companion breezy short form

Rebeca— the same biblical feel

Basya— a fellow Hebrew choice

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Becca?

Becca is pronounced BEK-ə (/ˈbɛk.ə/). Press play above to hear Becca said aloud.

How do you say Becca?

Becca is said BEK-ə (/ˈbɛk.ə/). Press play above to hear Becca said aloud.

What does the name Becca mean?

Becca is a short form of Rebecca, from Hebrew Rivka, traditionally 'to bind, to tie, to join'.

Is Becca a boy or girl name?

Becca is a girl's name.

How popular is Becca?

Becca is a rare standalone name in the U.S. and a common nickname.